India may soon be the first nation to strike a bilateral trade deal with the US under President Trump's reciprocal tariff policy, according to US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. Negotiations are reportedly near a breakthrough, facilitated by India's relatively low tariffs and minimal trade barriers.
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Actor Allu Arjun was granted interim bail after being arrested in connection with a fatal stampede at a Hyderabad theatre during the premiere of his film 'Pushpa 2'. One woman died and her son was critically injured. Police blamed Arjun's actions for inciting the crowd, while the actor expressed condolences and pledged cooperation with authorities.
Sanjay Shirsat, Shiv Sena's social justice minister, highlighted that the Ladki Bahin Yojana has resulted in a significant reallocation of funds, diverting Rs 10,000 crore from social justice and tribal departments. Despite an overall hike in SC and ST components, funds for critical social welfare departments were reduced. A top bureaucrat confirmed the diversion of funds.
Over 260 passengers of a Virgin Atlantic flight from London to Mumbai are stranded at Turkey's Diyarbakır Airport for over 18 hours. The flight had been diverted due to a medical emergency and later faced technical issues. Passengers are complaining about the lack of arrangements and inedible food while they await further information.
India’s first clinics for the transgender community, aiding over 5,000 beneficiaries, closed due to the US stopping funding through USAID. The clinics in Hyderabad, Kalyan, and Pune provided hormone therapy, mental health services, and HIV support, and now seek alternate funding to continue essential services.
Israel is preparing for the return of four hostages' bodies, including three members of the Bibas family, from Hamas. The deaths of Shiri Bibas and her two young sons have been confirmed, and the remains are to be transferred respectfully on Thursday.
Kash Patel, nominee for FBI director, emphasized restoring public trust and prioritizing violent crime at his Senate Judiciary Committee hearing. He promised transparency and cooperation with Congress, referencing his counterterrorism experience. Patel acknowledged declining trust in the FBI and pledged to respond to all appropriate requests from lawmakers, aiming to safeguard communities and improve credibility.
US President Donald Trump expressed support for the H-1B visa program during a White House news conference, emphasizing the importance of bringing competent individuals into the country. He highlighted the demand for skilled professionals in various sectors, including technology.
One in five Ultra-HNIs in India plans to settle abroad for better investment opportunities, tax benefits, and connectivity, according to a Kotak Mahindra Bank survey. Ultra-HNIs are diversifying their assets globally, focusing on succession planning, healthcare, and education. EY highlights their global identity and increased spending on family offices and collectibles to preserve wealth and heritage.
A fire broke out at a cinema hall in Select City Mall, Saket, Delhi, during the screening of 'Chhava', causing panic among cinemagoers. The fire started in the corner of the screen, leading to an evacuation. Delhi Fire Services received the call at 5.42 pm, and five fire engines quickly controlled the fire.